Typing is not working

Whenever i type a key on my mac it doesnt type and instead does other things like for example, d makes my dashboard appear and dissapear and this is happening with every key. I cant type anywhere except to put in my password to open the computer.

MacBook Air 11″, macOS 10.14

Posted on Jul 26, 2020 9:46 AM

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Posted on Jul 26, 2020 9:50 AM

I suggest trying to reset your Mac's SMC.  How to reset the System Management Controller (SMC) on your Mac - Apple Support


If you are unable to do so, because of the notebook's keyboard, you should temporarily connect an external USB keyboard to initiate the reset.

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